Traveling Mechanical Project Manager II – Amarillo, TX

Traveling Mechanical Project Manager II – Amarillo, TX

Position Summary: Provide overall management direction on mechanical projects up to $10 million and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients, particular industry or geographical area.

• Assume primary leadership responsibilities for each assigned project in partnership with the designated project superintendent.
• Evaluate the contractual scope of work. Plan, organize and staff key project positions through regional department heads, subordinate project managers, general superintendents, etc.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts to coordinate scheduling activities and facilitate successful construction activities.
• Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontracts.
• Monitor/control project development through administrative direction of on-site project superintendent. Prepare, issue and update master project schedule and variance reports to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget.
• Manage all financial aspects of contracts (costs, billings, and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while simultaneously maintaining a good relationship with the client.
• Manage risks. Investigate potentially serious situations to circumvent problems or promptly implement corrective measures as required.
• Actively pursue additional work through change orders.
• Ensure project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and standards.
• Attend job progress meetings as required. Develop and maintain viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, general contractors and subcontractors.
• Supervise/mentor the work of other project managers or assistant project managers, when assigned.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities.
• Strong project management skills, including documentation, cost control, procurement, scheduling, change order pricing, negotiating.
• Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills.
• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire).
• Excellent MS Office skills and ability/drive to learn new software systems.
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

• 4-yr. mechanical engineering or construction science degree (or commensurate levels of technical training and related experience).
• Extensive experience/knowledge (5-10 years) of construction design, finance, and management.